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Stop the eviction: 3 months of rent for Srinivas's family in Madurai

A 10-day notice to quit arrived last week. Srinivas needs $550 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Madurai.

🇮🇳 Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India1,040 views
Srinivas T. Mudaliar
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Madurai
When my hours were cut in half in September, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Sunday a 10-day notice to quit was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $550. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by December, we must leave. I've 3 children at home. Moving isn't just an expense - it would mean new schools, a new commute and no deposit to put down anywhere else. I have started working extra hours at a market stall, and I'm applying for help from local services, but nothing will arrive in time without the rest of the gap covered here. The money will be paid directly to the landlord and I'll upload the receipt once it's done. Where the $550 goes: • Rent arrears (3 months): $400 • Late fees and court costs: $30 • Utilities in arrears: $40 • First month of rent as a buffer: $80 If you can't give, please share this page. It does reach people.
due date
2026-11-27
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

Updates from Srinivas

  1. Thank you all. We're at 35% now ($190). I'm honestly stunned. I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts. - Srinivas

  2. Thank you all. We're at 78% now ($427). I'm honestly stunned. I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts.

  3. Thank you all. We're at 53% now ($291). I'm honestly stunned. I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts.

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  • Cherry J. Bautista

    Thinking of you and your family, Srinivas. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Love from Pretoria.

    • Nazrul Sajib SahaPhoto verified

      Sending strength. Shared it with a few friends. Love from Lahore

      • Abosede Vivian EzeQuestion

        Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Srinivas.

        • Srinivas T. MudaliarOwnerAnswer

          Sure. The biggest one is rent arrears (3 months), $400. The rest is in the list at the bottom of the post and I'll upload receipts as I pay each one. Thanks, that means a lot.

      • Nnamdi Kunle Falana

        Hope this works out for you. My neighbor in Ho donated after I showed her your page. Blessings

        • Sipho D. Molefe

          So sorry you're going through this, Srinivas. Your post was clear and honest. Greetings from Chicago

          • Violet P. Whitaker

            Keep going, Srinivas. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. God bless

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